2002 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
